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UK Commission Slams Meta for Ignoring Illegal Gambling Ads

1/20/2026

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The UK Gambling Commission criticized Meta Platforms for ignoring illegal gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram.
Tim Miller, Executive Director of the UK Gambling Commission, said Meta's ad library shows unlicensed operators targeting UK consumers and exploiting vulnerable people.
The UK has been removing unlicensed gambling sites and enforcing regulations.
Miller said Meta could use AI to identify illegal ads, but the company prefers to overlook the issue.

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The UK Gambling Commission criticized Meta Platforms for ignoring illegal gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram.
Tim Miller, Executive Director of the UK Gambling Commission, said Meta's ad library shows unlicensed operators targeting UK consumers and exploiting vulnerable people.
The UK has been removing unlicensed gambling sites and enforcing regulations.
Miller said Meta could use AI to identify illegal ads, but the company prefers to overlook the issue.